Wonder if people would abuse it in spite of knowing what a great job this organ does for the body, by extracting oxygen from the air we breathe in and transporting it to the bloodstream while taking away carbon dioxide when we breathe out. The tragic fact however is that as of 2004, 13 lakh men and women have been dying annually, as a result of lung cancer. Lung cancer also has the dubious distin read more...

How would you know if are still as healthy as before? Are you at Risk? Disease risk assessments are a good way to know where you stand read more...

What is Radon? You can't see it, smell it or taste it but it can have a big impact on you. Radon is a radioactive gas that causes lung cancer. In fact, Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States today, second only to smoking. How do you know if your home or work is being affected by Radon gasses? Call your local Certified Industrial Hygienist. read more...

Problems in early detection and treatment failures render pancreatic cancer a gloomy prognosis Pancreatic cancer is one of the worst cancers which affect the human body. It is difficult to detect early, and treatment failures are common. During the year 2010 in the United States, 43,140 people were diagnosed with this disease, of which approximately 36,800 will die. So it is easy to acknowledge t read more...

At Longevity Medical Health Center the staff recognize the great potential of preventative medicine. In fact, the importance of promoting prevention is one of the six core principles guiding the practice of naturopathic physicians. This belief in the power of prevention has resulted in naturopathic physicians being considered the experts in disease prevention. To learn more visit www.longevitymed read more...

Doctors who were hoping that the drug, vatalanib would work out as a viable alternative to standard chemotherapy for mesothelioma patients will have to pin their hopes elsewhere for the moment. read more...

The following are the different types of breast cancer treatments:1. Surgically removing the cancerous tissue by procedures like lumpectomy, quadrantectomy and mastectomy (complete or partial). read more...

There are some practices and small changes that can minimize the risk of colon cancer to a great extent. Having the knowledge about the diseases , diet and lifestyle which increase the risk of colon cancer is vital. Having information about this chronic cancer is equally important for the victims of this cancer and for the ones who are at potential risk of having colon cancer. read more...

There are several cancer symptoms that are common to almost every type of cancer. You have to be aware of the common symptoms of cancer. read more...

Don't let sunburn ruin your next trip. Following these guidelines to protect your skin will make your next trip more enjoyable while preventing needless aging and skin cancer. read more...

Check this out concept of translational research. It is now a catchphrase in the health care industry and hopeful, the reply to the difficulties being supported by research professionals. read more...

Cancer is a disease that terrifies the patient and their families. Years ago cancer was thought to be incurable. But this is not so nowadays. There is hope for cancer patients. Mexico is known for its alternative cancer treatments and many cancer patients are going to Mexico for this treatment. read more...

Today, in the United States alone, more than 2,000 cases of mesothelioma are diagnosed each year. And while the treatments for some forms of cancer are improving, the prognosis for those who are diagnosed with mesothelioma is still challenging. Today, multi-modality treatments, immune therapies and gene therapies are being investigated as potential therapeutic modalities for mesothelioma victims. read more...